3/19/26

Mercy | A Psychological Thriller Short Film (2021)

PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER
Emily has spent her entire life parenting her addict mother, Sue. When Emily discovers she’s pregnant, she makes the decision to leave and finally build a life of her own. But Sue refuses to let her go. What begins as emotional manipulation escalates into violence, leaving Emily with an impossible choice: stay and repeat the cycle of abuse, or choose a darker path toward freedom.

A raw exploration of generational trauma, addiction, and the thin line between mercy and murder.

⚠️ Content Warning: Domestic violence, addiction, pregnancy-related trauma.

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